Basilian Built

The Basilian virtues of goodness, discipline, and knowledge permeate every aspect of student life at Catholic Central. They are at the center of every activity, be it academic, athletic, or social.

From the short prayer and blessing that begins each school day to the annual spiritual retreat in which all students participate, students cultivate their faith on a daily basis. It is manifested in the daily Mass available every morning in our beautiful Chapel, every classroom, on every athletic field, and in the myriad student activities that are an integral part of the Catholic Central experience.

Regardless of religious affiliation, each CC student studies Catholic Theology every day, completes service hours, participates in a yearly retreat, and attends the all-school Masses that take place every month.

Teach Me, Oh Lord. Make Me a Man of Catholic Central.

Teach Me Goodness, Oh Lord

Make Me a Man of Faith, Compassion, and Honor.

Catholic Central encourages students to live out Goodness at school, in their communities, and at home by attending optional daily Mass at Catholic Central, visiting the chapel for personal prayer time, learning about faith in their theology classes, participating in regular retreat opportunities, completing individual community service, participating in school-wide days of service, giving to the Basilian missions and other school fundraisers to help the needs of the world, upholding academic honesty, and living by a code of respect in all areas of their lives.

Faith is the basis of life at Catholic Central. We are focused on encouraging students to grow in faith during their time at CC; faith in God, faith in themselves, and faith in each other.

Just as Jesus preached Compassion for others, we hope each student graduating from Catholic Central has developed a deeper love for neighbor and cultivation of compassion towards self.

Honor is the third tenant of Goodness. Catholic Central men learn to hold themselves to a high ethical standard and to expect the same of their peers.

Teach Me Discipline, Oh Lord

Make Me a Man of Humility, Character, and Determination.

At Catholic Central, we seek to develop discipline in our young men — discipline to stay focused in a world that offers plenty of distraction, discipline to uphold positive values, and discipline to strive after their goals.

Humility is at the root of a disciplined mentality. While taking pride in our students' accomplishments, we also encourage students to cultivate a spirit of graciousness and gratitude.

A student's Character is defined by what he does when no one is watching. We work to teach our students to be leaders in doing what is right, taking responsibility for their actions.

Determination is learned and strengthened over a student's four years. Students are encouraged to venture outside of their comfort zones, set goals, develop a positive mindset, and seek support along the way.

Teach Me Knowledge, Oh Lord

Make Me a Man of Scholarship, Collaboration, and Culture.

At Catholic Central, it is our responsibility to encourage, support, and challenge our students to pursue knowledge both in and out of the classroom. Rather than focusing solely on his GPA, a man of Catholic Central will learn how to think critically, how to work with others, and how to respect the ideas of others.

Catholic Central students learn to succeed in the classroom and to take pride in their work. This level of Scholarship is meant to last long after they receive their diplomas at graduation. Students develop the drive to put forth an impressive effort in the classroom and all that they do.

Collaboration is part of daily life at Catholic Central, as students learn to work together and welcome diverse ideas. Students learn to be team players, supporting one another towards a common goal.

Culture is fostered at Catholic Central by an openness to diversity of thought and expression. Students are encouraged to expose themselves to viewpoints and experiences differing from their own with curiosity and respect.

The Basilians are a teaching order founded in the early 19th century, in the aftermath of the French Revolution amidst heavy persecution against the Catholic Church.

The Congregation was founded by the First Ten Basilians: a group of unique men with varied interests, abilities, and callings who shared a fiercely strong faith and a steadfast determination to achieve their goals. Just as the personalities, interests, and strengths of the First Ten Basilians varied, so too are each of our Shamrocks unique. No matter a young man's passions, background, or skillsets, the only qualification to be a young man of Catholic Central is a desire to learn and grow in the core virtues of Catholic Central and the Basilian Fathers: Goodness, Discipline, and Knowledge.

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Grounded in our Catholic tradition, Catholic Central has always been welcoming of other faith traditions. Our welcoming nature mirrors the outreach of our most recent Popes - St. John Paul II, Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI, and Pope Francis - as they unite all Christians of goodwill in their baptism. This unity also extends to our non-Christian students.

Our foundation in this Christian identity is found in the Vatican II document, Declaration of the Relation of the Church to Non-Christian Religions, which boldly states that the Church "regards with sincere reverence those ways that often reflect a ray of the Truth which enlightens all." As we are strong in our Catholic faith, we are proud to walk with all our brothers.